How to Pronounce "bolting"
word
ˈboʊɫtɪŋ
BOHL-ting
bˈəʊltɪŋ
BOHL-ting
Definition
Rushing away suddenly, often out of fear or surprise; also, when plants flower or go to seed too soon, especially lettuce or spinach.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈboʊɫtɪŋ
British English
bˈəʊltɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOHL-ting
UK
BOHL-ting
Listen in Context
The horse is bolting from the stable.
My lettuce is bolting in the heat.
The dog started bolting as soon as it heard the noise.
She dropped her bag and went bolting down the street.